The Grayson Bar

A must stop beautiful and unique place with a Michelin star hand rolled sushi bar in the front, a high-end bar where the vast variety spirits and more during the afternoon to evening. Make sure you stay tuned the night time fun and make your way towards the back to my favorite place called the slipper clutch. Always A vibe whether it be pool, good drinks, live music, or debauchery. This is a place to be Monday through Friday 7 days a week!

Best bar in DTLA. Bar tenders are friendly and don’t lag. The crowds are as diverse as the front bar is from Slipper’s Clutch. The bouncers are nature everyone is always safe and having a good time. I can’t speak highly enough of this place.

This place is so cool. Gives off speakeasy vibes. The drinks are great. The bartenders actually know how to make a real martini! They have a really good happy hour and a pool table. What more could you ask for?

Had a great time here! The drink I ordered was really good, but what stood out the most was the security guard, Jonathon. He was super friendly, welcoming to everyone who came in, and set a positive vibe right from the door.

My husband and I decided to have some fun in downtown, we stopped by The Grayson bar. I want to share my experience. It’s really a cool place to relax, have delicious cocktails, play pool table. We had a great time! Very friendly bartenders!

Had an amazing time at The Grayson this memorial day weekend! Amazing drinks. Loved the ambiance. Great DJ with live entertainment. Highly recommend. Will definitely go here again! 10/10

This place is friendly & makes the atmosphere so much better. The whole place is just incredibly well managed. Expect to go back for more, recommend to go during the day & stay all night ❤️‍🔥.

The music sucked unfortunately. This bar is so much fun usually but tonight we just couldn’t vibe and no one else was either.

My wife and I dropped in late Sunday afternoon for a drink. We were delighted to meet the charming bartender Alex, (who goes by X). He was so accommodating and mixed us some tasty creative cocktails! X also gave us a tour of the 2 additional bar spaces tucked away into the back. This is a sleeper hot spot for sure, music and good fun is abundant

Amazing vibes, amazing bartenders, an easy night out, but a hard time to leave. If you're looking for a great time downtown, don't look any further than the Grayson.

My cousin and I were looking for a spot with good music, good drinks, and just good vibes and that's exactly what we found here at Grayson. Our bartender X was phenomenal and charismatic, the DJ knew just the perfect mix of music we were looking for that night. We danced and enjoyed our drinks. Definitely recommending and coming back !!

So glad that we chose to stop by The Grayson! The inside is large and it's nice to have options. There are 2 more bars inside, which only adds to the allure. X was the best! Such a chill dude with good vibes and welcoming! Karaoke night was a good time! Would definitely come back for drinks here, but only with X behind the bar...otherwise just don't stop.

Saturday night, loud, and we ordered old-fashioned. The drink was not good. I've never had an old-fashioned made with Jim Beam as the primary whiskey. That probably explains a lot of it, especially when they had bullet and a lot of other options on their shelves. This is a rare occurrence for us, but we actually ended up leaving the drinks, untouched on the table and leaving the bar to go try another place.

One of the first few bars that took their chances in starting their business in highland park and since the time they opened they continue to have a welcoming and cool vibe. Awesome place to watch Los dodgers or any other sporting event.

Hopped on the metro, stopped by to wait for a friend for dinner. Met a very friendly bartender, Alex, who apparently goes by X. He made a drink for me. I wasn't exactly having a great day, but his cheerful and kind disposition restored my faith in humanity. It's a gift, when you encounter genuine kindness where you least expect it. Very nice ambiance. Will swing by next time I'm in DTLA.

I just say, "It's a happy place! You can drink, relax, enjoy great music, good DJs, and have a wonderful night!

What a fun place for date night! Great drinks, snacks, and good times. My hubs and I arrived to have a few drinks with some friends and ended up staying for the whole night. There was a DJ that night and we danced, played pool and drank some more. The drinks are amazing! My favorite so far is The Rabbit Hole . The staff were so helpful and friendly too. We'll definitely be back soon! If you're in downtown LA and looking for a cool cocktail bar / lounge, make sure to stop by here! I'll be sure to update you guys on my next review too.

4++ intimate, smallish bar located in DTLA. It's on the same block as Grand Central Market and connected to Fabby's Sandwicherie (the store front says The Grayson Bar, but I originally came to this location specifically for the sandwiches, haha). That said, you can actually order sandwiches/ food from the Fabby's and they actually could bring you your order if you decide to go to the bar and grab a drink - which is what I did. The bartenders here are very chill and friendly. When I went during the week, there was just a handful of other patrons here drinking. Definitely the type of spot where you go with a friend to catch up or possibly a good spot for early on in the dating cycle. The selection here is really great. They actually have a great stock of rare whiskeys. I would suggest with such a great stock, create a whiskey list for folks to refer to. I could almost guarantee that anyone looking at those type of bottles would appreciate a short list. The alternative is having to ask the bartender how much each of the pours are and I'm guessing it would get annoying for them to look up each price while others are waiting to be helped. Also, once I did find out how much the prices were for the rare bottles...it was a little rich for my blood. It's not too surprising since the location is in DTLA and the buildout looks pretty fantastic here. But for me personally, I would drink some of the more rare bottles elsewhere (I specifically have my spots). Not to take away from this place - I think it's a fantastic place to meet up for a drink and probably would order cocktails the next time I am there.

Yes: fun times and good drinks! This bar is exciting in the main room once a month they have house/tech music with this promoter named Jenwa: she's amazing and so is the night! It's got a great a vibe filled with amazing music to dance to! I love the small bar vibe for this and then in the middle is a speak easy with a secret door! This also leads to upstairs which holds some of the best punk bands in Los Angeles and the best Mohawks! Anyways get your butt down there especially for Jenwa's events! Worth it

I had the most disappointing experience this time around. If you're ADA or idk, human, do not pass go and do not collect $200. Why? well this, yelpers, is a story about the day I came to #TheGrayson. It was after the Dodgers Parade. Spirits were high, patrons were having a good time, and there was a spot at the bar for lil ol' me and my girl. I politely asked the bartender (Bobby or maybe X I think) if they had a specific brand of vodka. It was loud, so I tried to repeat myself, and it still wasn't landing....so I showed him a picture (because I'm a helpful girlie). Instead of being a good bartender, BobbyX chose to get close to my face and say "You sound stupid." All because I asked about a brand. In a bar. Where they sell alcohol. Make it make sense. Also, for the sake of a good plot twist (and contrary to his backwards a** belief) I've actually ordered that exact vodka at this same bar last year...When I tried to disengage and speak to another staff member, he was like, "This is my bar. Don't ask anyone else." which shocked tf outta me (I even shed a tear). It just made him more aggressive and that's when my friend (and about 3 other ppl) stepped in like "Bro, what's your problem? Let's just calm down and have a reset". But he kept being condescending and repeating "This is a bar" like I somehow wasn't aware of where I was sitting. Sir, I am disabled, not disoriented. Even a regular who was ordering (chris I think) apologized to me FOR him after he got his drinks. He even offered to get me a beer because Bobby kept being RUDE AF. I think after that, he realized more ppl were starting to notice his attitude so he switched it up and asked what I wanted... as if I'm about to order from a dude who insulted me? Be FRFR. My girl ended up just asking him to apologize so we could all move on, and THIS guy DOUBLED DOWN...like WHAT BADDIE HURT YOU cause it was def giving I'm intoxicated and you remind me of a girl. That I. Once knew. What do you mean "No?" is good customer service in the bar with us right now? Look, I work in hospitality too and if anyone on MY staff talked to ANY guest like that (disabled or not) they'd be done that night, especially since he was intoxicated. This was a textbook example of unprofessional behavior & ableism at it's peak. It completely changed the vibe and we dipped right after. I will give a shoutout to security (Kevin) and the other patrons who tried to de-escalate tho, I appreciate ya! Def wont be coming back and probably should've recorded it, but it what it is. Management needs to address it fa sho, cuz let's be real, he not gonna get fired; it's hard out here for f &b folks. But idk losing business and treating customers like ish is not the move. Then again maybe BobbyX was Bluejays fan, drinking his sadness away (shot after shot) and all the dodgers love was getting to him. Therapy is an option, but "this is a bar"...so I guess that's how he's learned to cope and let's out his feelings? Any way thanks for coming to my story time and remember peeps, if you're disabled,abled, or a #dodgersfan, be prepared to have a terrible experience, in a hostile environment, from a bartender named BobbyX who likes to feel like the top dawg instead of a good bartender with basic human decency. No tl:dr cuz I want you to read my epic tale.

Amazing vibes!!! The security was cool and the bartender was great at making our drinks! I came here for a few drinks with my girlfriends and met cool people. I really loved when they turned up the music , it was so great we started dancing!

Mid af , how tf your security guard wearing a sf giants hat and then on top of that the beer kegs are wrong I asked for a space dust and it's the only beer I drink and it's something totally different I know my stuff I worked in bars for over a decade and they told me it's correct ...

I used to come here when it was chatterbox and the vibes were always off. I LOVE THIS BAR NOW!!! I come here after my bar shifts and it's always a nice spot. LOVE X! LOVE LEE!! LOVE STEPHANIE!! The door guys are always sweet! This a MUCH BETTER PLACE NOW!!

Wonderful atmosphere!! I love The vibe of the disco ball, intimate lounge seating, and wonderful staff that is very attentive with good energy!! I highly recommend trying the rabbit hole drink if you enjoy Mezcal drinks like myself. As a bonus, you can eat the wonderful hand rolls from Temaki Society. Overall, they provided such a fun experience for my husband and I to enjoy good drinks, good music, and delicious food!!

X is a cool guy! The drinks are dope and he gave us a good vibe! What stood out most was his ability to recommend a cocktail tailored to my preferences--he truly listens and makes you feel valued as a guest. Beyond his bartending expertise, X was friendly, professional, and had a great sense of humor, making the experience even more memorable. If you're looking for an exceptional bartender, X is the one to look for! I'll definitely be back thanks to him. Let me know if you want any edits!

The Greyson is maintaining the operations of a nightlife in DTLA- an island of charm amidst the darker, intersecting streets. You enter through the street-level patio. Some menu items this recent evening included the tuna tartare taco; you know you are in LA when the 'bar food' is classier than unfrozen sliders and jalapeño poppers! The music was provided by a DJ spinning vinyl - Motown vinyl at that-! And upstairs, the Slipper Clutch was our destination. Several punk bands on a weds night- ya! The usual rum and coke was actually a root beer and rum- sweet, sure; but fun with the spicier root-soda. There is an outside patio, upstairs, which provides a look across an ally to the long-standing La Cita signage. Sound was well-managed for the intimate stage. We will be back, certain. :)

Chose Grayson Bar as my St Patrick's Day hang out and was not disappointed. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the friendly crowd.

Had two different bartenders short-change me on cash payments by several dollars so this is pretty much the one and only time I'll ever come here.

This bar is awesome! X and Johnny in the punk bar made the space so much fun. As soon as I walked in they welcomed me. X's punk playlist was on point! If you want something different then you could check out the front bar or even listen to goth upstairs. Incredible experience!! Highly recommend!!

We met up with a group of friends for an overdue night out. The vibe was chill, the drinks were good and the music from the DJ was even better. Plan to go back soon with another set of friends.

Great vibe and amazing service and an awesome bartender who really made the night fun. Drinks were on point and the energy was even better. Definitely coming back! X our bartender was the best!!

X, Tim , and Kevin! This place was such a vibe - st. Patrick's day was too good! Definitely recommend this place and the staff I mentioned were hella fun! Nice and clean space too

Great cocktails, ambience and service! Definely a solo or group type of place! Lots of street parking

i normally dont like writing bad reviews because i feel like mistakes happen and that shouldnt define people but this experience was not like anything i had ever witnessed in my life. i & my friend came in on a monday, my friend politely asked this bartender who we later learned is named Bobby, if they had certain brand of vodka. He said he couldn't hear her, so my friend tried to look on the shelf but she is disabled and couldn't see well so she pulled up her phone so that she could show a picture, he then suddenly said to her loudly - "you sound stupid". I was honestly speechless for a second because it was so unprovoked and unnecessary as it was just a question. All he had to say is no we don't. Why was an insult even necessary, since it seemed that he was upset with her for some reason we didn't understand, she then tried to order with different bartenders to deescalate things, upon seeing that, he said to her "don't talk to them, I'm in charge here" which made my friend starting to get upset and cried so I & people around tried to defuse the situation and said let's just reset and maybe it was a misunderstanding so how about he just apologize for calling her stupid so we could move on, he immediately said no and pretty much gestured that he absolutely was not sorry and didn't care. I genuinely don't understand this behavior, it was absolutely unprovoked and he alone kept escalating the situation and being aggressive for no reason, we are not aggressive people and not argumentative so we decided to just leave. The security guy was really sweet though his name is Kevin and he apologized for the situation, but I hope the management see this because this behavior is seriously so unnecessary and not ok. I get sometimes people have bad days and he seemed a bit intoxicated but this is highly unacceptable especially in a business. Also when I looked on Google reviews someone else also had made complaint about this guy. I hope he can at least be trained to treat people with respect, especially the marginalized communities because everyone else seemed to be nice people.

The drinks and service were great! I definitely recommend getting The Rabbit Hole if you're a fan of Mezcal! And special shoutout to X for making our experience an incredible one!

What a great selection, stumbled upon this place in DTLA. Was in Los Angeles over the weekend and thought i go bar hopping. This one was the place to be. Staff made you feel very welcome, the Ambiance was great! Great music with a live DJ! Will definitely come back!

"X". Is the man. Great hospitality. Great service. Great location. Perfect place for a nice night out. Highly recommend. See X. He will get you right.

Had the best time at the Grayson bar!! Favorite cocktail I've had. (The rabbit hole) made my our bartender X! He was great. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good place to get drinks in downtown!

What an odd place. No atmosphere. Some of the worst drinks I've ever had from a bartender that acted bored. And the smell of bad fish from the hand roll place in front of. Wrong place to kill time when you're waiting for amazing pasta across the street.

I' came here with my favorite guy. He paid for all the drinks (I rlly like him). Highly recommend this spot. Our bartender X was amazing too!!

I love this bar. I live in downtown LA and came across this bar located on 4th and broadway. I love the front yard, and the back bar gives a vibe as well. This is my go to spot now . Finally a bar that is cool, but has no cover. Bartenders are cool af. X makes a killer vibe. And so does Tim

Beautiful atmosphere and intimate vibes with a gorgeous selection of spirits. It's definitely a gem if you're looking for a chill night out in L.A Service is great with talented bartenders cooking up some delicious cocktails. Come check it out, you won't be disappointed!!

Good drinks, and nice service. Ambiance is cool I really enjoyed myself... I'll go again!

Lee is the greatest bartender ever! In a world of mixologists that have to Google the drinks, Lee is the cocktail king! Call any drink and in less than 2 mins it's in front of you. Will become a regular.

I spent Christmas here and the the bartenders were so lit, playing great music, and on my way out Jonathan was the homie and got me to my car

Amazing service and great selection! Ambiance was great and the bartenders were very friendly!

What a great place to come for a date night , to hang with friends , or even to get a drink and unwind after work. Staff is welcoming and friendly . The menu has a variety of choices and the drinks are delicious! The music and DJ are the perfect touch to the ambiance. Definitely will be recommending this by place to friends and will be going again soon!

Had an amazing time at The Grayson this memorial day weekend! Amazing drinks. Loved the ambiance. Great DJ with live entertainment. Highly recommend. Will definitely go here again! 10/10

Visited this place for the first time and must say X is the best bartender ever ! So friendly and makes the best drinks!! This place needs to get him a fat raise because literally makes me want to come back every day! He makes sure that every drink is up to par before we walk away and makes sure that he helps out! Most bars I've been to bartenders take their sweet time to get to you but this man is on par with his service !! Will be back !!

So much fun at The Grayson Bar!!! Love the atmosphere and the vibes!! Drinks are on point, services was amazing!! If you want a fun chill night out The Grayson is the place to be!!

Had an amazing time at Grayson Bar in Los Angeles! My friends and I were looking for a chill bar and this place is a vibe and is super fun, the drinks are incredible, and the crowd is stunning. Loved the music--it really made the night special! Definitely a must-visit spot!

Great vibes and people here are super friendly. Temaki society sushi is incredible and it's so unique! X is the man to ask for at the bar

X did what needed to be done. Great service & made sure we were taken care of! Will be back for round

Great vibes at Grayson Bar. We enjoyed the amazing atmosphere and welcoming layout. Their staff was kind and attentive. Drinks were top notch. Loved the old fashion. Will definitely go back!

Great bar in DTLA. Was there two days ago, had an amazing experience. Great service. Food was good. I recommend try the food there. I recommend trying the Grayson cocktail. Good ambience.

This place is a gem! The bartender was very kind and knowledgeable. The drinks were served cold. The vibes were great too. This place is definitely 5 stars.

Great vibes. Place is under new management and has a nice ambience with great drinks. This place will be my new go to bar!